Events

Date: June 11, 2026 Time: 04:00 PM to 06:00 PM

Chromosome Cousins, DNA Special Interest Group

Our DNA Special Interest Group (SIG) meets monthly to explore how genetic testing can enhance family history research.

Many of the RootsTech presentations are still available. Here is a particularly good presentation:

     Using Autosomal DNA Analysis to Identify an Ancestor's Likely Parents, by Alice Childs   View it here

Celebrating Black Freedom Colonies of McLennan County, a WMCL Special Event
Date: June 15, 2026 Time: 06:00 PM to 07:00 PM

Celebrating Black Freedom Colonies of McLennan County, a WMCL Special Event

Charles L. Perkins, Sr., McLennan County Historical Commission, shares stories of the Freedom Colonies of McLennan County in a presentation taped just prior to his passing on March 19, 2026.

Date: June 22, 2026 Time: 04:00 PM to 05:00 PM

Southeastern U.S. Research Special Interest Group

Continuing our America250 project!

Bring another surname if you have one or the county and state where you know you had an ancestor living during the American Revolutionary War. Let's get your ancestor on our map!

Pomp, Parade, and Patriotism: The Story of Independence Day, a CTGS Event
Date: June 22, 2026 Time: 06:00 PM to 07:00 PM

Pomp, Parade, and Patriotism: The Story of Independence Day, a CTGS Event

As part of the America250 celebration of America's 250th anniversary, CTGS member Gina Andrie looks back at the origins of Independence Day celebrations and how America has celebrated the Fourth of July through the centuries. ZOOM link will be available.

Artificial Intelligence & Genealogy Special Interest Group
Date: June 25, 2026 Time: 06:00 PM to 07:00 PM

Artificial Intelligence & Genealogy Special Interest Group

The AI Special Interest Group is a welcoming space for genealogists of all skill levels. No tech experience required--just curiosity. 

June's challenge - should you choose to accept itask AI to describe what daily life was like for your ancestor in a specific time and place!

Example: “Describe daily life for a farmer's wife in Rutherford County, Tennessee in 1830.”